Commercial vehicle tires imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of commercial vehicle tires by South Africa reached $12.9 million in 2024 (300 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 10% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12.9M | 300 t |
| 2023 | $14.3M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $11.4M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $10.1M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $11.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $6.8M | 1.8K t |
Where South Africa imports commercial vehicle tires from
Luxembourg alone supplied 82% of it. Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+794% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Luxembourg | $10.6M | 82% |
| China | $1.1M | 8.4% |
| Taiwan | $598K | 4.6% |
| India | $233K | 1.8% |
| France | $120K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $67K | 0.5% |
| Czech Republic | $64K | 0.5% |
| Vietnam | $25K | 0.2% |
| Namibia | $19K | 0.2% |
| Thailand | $14K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $42.91 per kg, 1267% above the world average of $3.14. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Commercial vehicle tires exports from South Africa
Exports of commercial vehicle tires by South Africa reached $11.6 million in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Botswana (25%), Namibia (24%), Zambia (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Eswatini grew fastest (+117% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $2.9M | 25% |
| Namibia | $2.8M | 24% |
| Zambia | $2.2M | 19% |
| Eswatini | $706K | 6.1% |
| Mozambique | $690K | 6% |
| DR Congo | $521K | 4.5% |
| Lesotho | $413K | 3.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $271K | 2.3% |
| Malawi | $162K | 1.4% |
| China | $156K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa commercial vehicle tires imports (HS 4011.90): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 4011.90: Rubber: new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on light commercial vehicles.
Common questions
What is the value of commercial vehicle tires imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported commercial vehicle tires worth $12.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 300 tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 217 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply commercial vehicle tires to South Africa?
Luxembourg was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($10.6 million), followed by China (8%) and Taiwan (5%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 794% on the year.
What is the average import price of commercial vehicle tires per kg?
The average declared import value was about $42.91 per kg in 2024, 1267% above the world average of $3.14 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of commercial vehicle tires to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.8 million in 2017 to $12.9 million in 2024, an increase of 90%. The peak was 2023 at $14.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export commercial vehicle tires?
Yes. South Africa exported $11.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Namibia and Zambia. That compares with imports of $12.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for commercial vehicle tires?
The HS code for commercial vehicle tires is subheading 4011.90. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4011 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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